Drunk Driving Accidents

Representing Victims Of Drunk Driving Accidents

About 40 percent of all auto accident fatalities nationwide – more than 16,000 each year – involve alcohol (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). On average, an American auto accident victim is killed in an alcohol-related accident every 31 minutes; someone is injured every two minutes. More than 250,000 people are injured annually in drunk driving auto accidents. When a motorist makes the reckless decision to drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the victim of any resulting car accident, truck accident, motorcycle accident, or pedestrian accident may pursue civil damages for his or her injuries.

At the Atlanta, Georgia law office of Mitchell Shapiro Greenamyre & Funt LLP, drunk driving auto accident lawyers are dedicated to providing effective, compassionate, and aggressive legal representation to victims statewide. Our personal injury lawyers aggressively pursue claims against drunk drivers who are responsible for serious injury or wrongful death. These preventable tragedies are unlawful and cause immense pain and suffering for victims and their families.

If you or a loved one has been injured in an accident with an impaired driver, drunk driving auto accident lawyers can file a personal injury lawsuit on your behalf. We fight for fair compensation and help you hold the negligent drivers liable for their actions. To discuss your potential claim, contact our Atlanta, Georgia drunk driving auto accident lawyers today and schedule a free consultation.

Drunk Driving Accidents

The NHTSA estimates that in 2005 alcohol was involved in 39 percent of fatal crashes. Drunk driving accidents accounted for 21 percent of traffic fatalities among children age 14 and younger. 27 percent or motorcycle operators, 22 percent of automobile drivers, and 21 percent of light truck drivers stopped by police had a BAC over .08. In pedestrian accidents, alcohol involvement was reported in nearly one half of all collisions which resulted in pedestrian fatalities.

At Mitchell Shapiro Greenamyre & Funt LLP, our Atlanta, Georgia drunk driving auto accident lawyers can help victims obtain the compensation they deserve for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. We hold reckless drivers liable for their actions. If you have lost a family member to a drunk driving auto accident, we will file a wrongful death claim on your behalf. If you are hurt, you need a drunk driving auto accident lawyer who understands the physical, emotional, and financial burdens auto accident victims endure.

Our car accident attorneys have seen firsthand the devastating effects a drunk driving accident has on a victim and their family. These collisions often affect a victim’s ability to work and live normally. We can help you obtain compensation for medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, lost income, diminished earning capacity, property damage, as well as pain and suffering. We can help you hold the reckless party responsible for your suffering liable for their actions.

These collisions often affect a victim’s ability to work and live normally. Contact our Atlanta, Georgia office if you have been injured in a drunk driving auto accident. Personal injury lawyers can help you obtain the fair compensation you’re entitled.

Dram Shop Liability

In some cases, the bar or establishment that provided the alcohol can also be held liable for accident-related injuries. Dram shop liability refers to the body of law governing the legal responsibility of taverns, liquor stores, and other commercial establishments that serve alcoholic beverages. Generally, dram shop laws define as liable establishments selling alcohol to visibly intoxicated individuals or minors who subsequently cause death or injury to other parties.

Contact Our Atlanta, Georgia Drunk Driving Auto Accident Lawyers

If an impaired driver has victimized you or a family member, the personal injury lawyers at Mitchell Shapiro Greenamyre & Funt LLP can help. We will protect your rights as a victim and fight for fair compensation on your behalf. Serving Metro Atlanta and Georgia victims statewide, drunk driving auto accident lawyers are  prepared to act immediately to preserve crucial evidence. We will then conduct a thorough auto accident investigation. By conducting a thorough, unbiased analysis, we can evaluate your claim, strengthen your case, and determine who is at fault for the accident.

We boast an impressive track record of verdicts and settlements and are ready to put our knowledge and experience to work for you. Contact the firm of Mitchell Shapiro Greenamyre & Funt LLP today to speak with our experienced Atlanta, Georgia drunk driving auto accident lawyers.

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